Just Greens Vegetarian - Toa Payoh

I believe every vegetarian in Singapore has at some point come across the name 'Just Greens'.  That is because Just Greens has several outlets all across Singapore.  Originally, their central hub was at Joo Chiat Place, but this restaurant has subsequently closed.  There is, however, a total of five (presently) Just Greens stalls which are located at Clementi, Simei, Tampines, Sengkang and Toa Payoh.  A detailed address list for these aforementioned locations can be found here.  Owner James Lim prides himself on providing non-toxic, healthy food, which brings the family together.

 
Just Greens Vegetarian
Location: #01-402, Blk 186 Toa Payoh Central
Contact: 63450069/68097286
Opening Hours: Daily 8.00am-11.00pm


The menu has been kept pretty simple, which is usually a good thing from my experience.  I started things off with the Veg Chicken Rice.  Yes, I know what you're thinking, and I do agree that the price is a little crazy for chicken rice.  But, I found the portion size to be larger than usual, with soup included on the side.  The mock chicken used is the white 'steamed chicken' kind.  Personally I find this mock meat can be a little doughy in texture.  The highlight of this dish for me was the orange chilli sauce.  It had that perfect balance of spice and sourness, and when combined with the rice, it was just heavenly.

Price: $4.50.     6/10


When you eat at Just Greens you will quickly come to one realisation - They love using mock meat.  There is literally mock meat in everything.  The clear Chinese soup (which is served with all dishes) even has mock pork swimming in it.  The Veg Claypot Rice is no different.  In fact, there is a total of three different types of mock meat inside this dish.  Too much, in this humble writers opinion.  You will also notice cherry tomatoes are used in almost all dishes too.  On the positive side, the rice was cooked very well, with there being a wonderful layer of burnt rice at the bottom - Delicious, but quite toxic.  Overall this rice has great flavour, it just needs less mock meat.  Again, this dish is served with that sensational orange chilli sauce on the side.

Price: $4.50.     7/10


Conclusion - I anticipate a number of people may be a little put off by the prices at this Just Greens stall, especially for dishes such as chicken rice.  In their defence, I must say that extra effort is made with all dishes, so it doesn't feel like the travesty of justice that it may appear to be.  One thing they could improve on is actually putting the prices on the signboard, as there is currently no price indication anywhere around the stall.  Overall a decent stall, one which I would certainly return to again.

Overall Rating
Food - 7/10
Ambiance- 6/10
Service - 5/10
Value - 5/10